The two men were shot while they were attending a block party. When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered that one man had been shot and died from his injuries. The man was identified as 35-year-old Joey Demeritus Canady. Another man with non-life-threatening injuries was located by police at a local hospital.
Police are now taking a closer look at the case and working with those involved so that they may locate the armed and potentially violent individual. No names have been released.
West Palm Beach Gun Laws
Florida enforces a variety of strict gun laws aimed at reducing the prevalence of weapon crimes across our state. When someone knowingly brandishes a weapon and shoots another, felony charges will most likely result. These cases may lead to thousands or hundreds of thousands of dollars in costs and extended periods of jail time.The court system penalizes those who have taken a life with some of the harshest penalties. In these cases, you could be facing a variety of charges and be uncertain about what the future holds for you.
At Musca Law, we have dedicated our lives to helping those who have been accused of serious crimes. Our experienced attorneys in Fort Lauderdale and across Florida work every day to ensure that our clients receive results that will help them move forward with their lives after a serious crime. We want to give you the highest degree of dedication in your case. Call us for more information today at (888) 484-5057.
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